It's a simple, one-pot dish, made on the stove-top (that's where the name came from), and the must-have ingredients are potatoes, onions, salt and pepper. But, one of the special things about this yummy dinner is that there isn't just one set of ingredients or one way to make … [Read more...] about Comforting Scottish Stovies
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Antoine’s Famous Oysters Rockefeller
Established in 1840, Antoine’s is considered America’s oldest family-run restaurant and the original Oyster Rockefeller recipe is said to be one of the most sought-after recipes in the world. Even the ex-employees of this restaurant will not talk about how Antoine’s Oysters … [Read more...] about Antoine’s Famous Oysters Rockefeller
Pretty Little Empire Cookies
An empire biscuit is one of the many Scottish desserts popular across the United Kingdom. Formally known as the German biscuit, the dessert is two cookies wrapped around a layer of jam or cream that binds the cookies together to form one solid treat. Traditionally, the biscuit … [Read more...] about Pretty Little Empire Cookies
Indulgent Chocolate Dipped Stuffed Dates
Sometimes the most impressive-looking and yet delicious snacks can be the easiest to make. These stuffed and chocolate-dipped dates are great energy boosters and make lovely food gifts at Christmas and throughout the year. Dates are considered the oldest cultivated fruit in … [Read more...] about Indulgent Chocolate Dipped Stuffed Dates
The Classic American Sugar Cookie
There is nothing like a good sugar cookie recipe. The little white dress of the baking world, you can dress it up for any holiday, every occasion. This great recipe comes from NYTimes Cooking. History of Sugar Cookies in America Sugar cookies are a treat to bake, share and … [Read more...] about The Classic American Sugar Cookie
